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Pearls of Wisdom.. (or what I learnt the hard way)

Started by bullfrog, March 02, 2012, 09:02:18 PM

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Mrs smith

Be nice to your mum,
she walks quietly and carries a big stick......

gibbo301

Remember when over 50 it's dry dreams and wet farts  :'(

fishfinder

Quote from: fishfinder on March 04, 2012, 08:41:44 AM
DO NOT Propose to the other half whilst your pissed and prove that your serious by placing it in writing - I woke up in the morning and saw the note I left on the table and still wondering how could have I drank so much
dont leave this forum open for the wife to read your posts  :'(
2004 Jayco Eagle Outback - 1999 Toyota Prado Snowy

bobnrob

If we ever have fuel rationing again, remember to re-connect vehicles filler hose before re-fueling...or at least make sure the boot of said vehicle is water tight so newly aquired fuel doesn't run all through the vehicle!
Bob and Robyn


Pipeliner

Remember to disconnect the mains lead for the battery charger before driving off - it's embarrassing to be flagged down on the road to be told you're trailing 15m of extension lead.

If your trailer has a kitchen that slides out from the side, make sure it is firmly latched before going round tight corners at speed (luckily it was the maker who hadn't latched it properly after a service, so he footed the repair bill!).

If you have a DO35 coupling, don't forget to slide the latch across as otherwise the trailer can bounce off the hitch.
Camping is great as long as the mattress is inner spring!

cancan

if you see the light at the end of the tunnel get out of its way, chances are its a train
Jeep Grand Cherokee - Modcon Ecomate Traveller

bullfrog

Funny bones are NOT funny when you hit them.......
It's always funnier when some one else chucks mud / follows through / craps themselves etc. Not that I've done that mind you :cheers:
GQ 4.2d;usual off road goodies;h/made fridge slide /roller draw system;cago barriersetc. Tows a '06 trackabout deluxe tourer with some safari options.

singo-26

When you think "I'm going to hurt myself doing this", you are always right but you never stop.
For example: loosening a bolt you can always see where your hand is going to hit.
Steve

2001 HZJ105 and a custom rearfold softfloor.

TroyE

if I ever get my hands on that bloody murphy he's a dead man. ;D

troy
you can't polish a turd, BUT you can roll it in glitter...




bullfrog

You're not wrong Singo ;D
Everything falls just out of reach when working...... :cheers:
GQ 4.2d;usual off road goodies;h/made fridge slide /roller draw system;cago barriersetc. Tows a '06 trackabout deluxe tourer with some safari options.

singo-26

A small child can make an easy job hard and at least 3 times longer.
Steve

2001 HZJ105 and a custom rearfold softfloor.

mcm72

Quote from: singo-26 on March 08, 2012, 09:43:21 PM
A small child can make an easy job hard and at least 3 times longer.

But a whole lot more fun ! :)
Navara D40 4x4
Camel Beachcomber CT

Australia,  Love it or Leave it :)

@fnq4now

When drilling through your toolbox for your 12v install, Remember, your CT spare tyre is on the other side ????
"The problem with common sense is that it's just not very common."

speewa158

Dont tell the bloke at the tyre shop how it happened , some can be very rude indeed  >:D
You can go your own way . Treg Up & Make Dust

TrevJel

An old fella was dating my wife's mother and said to her how can someone so ugly produce 4 beautiful daughters?. They have not dated since. I crack up every time I think of it

Swannie

Don't drive an hour as I did this morning to take a bushwalk and take some photo's with new camera.. Only to realise that left the camera battery on the charger at home :(

Greg
2024 Hilux Gr Sport

taipan

Quote from: swannie OB on March 12, 2012, 11:13:33 AM
Don't drive an hour as I did this morning to take a bushwalk and take some photo's with new camera.. Only to realise that left the camera battery on the charger at home :(

Greg

At least you got some exercise ;)

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Matt

90 Series Prado, Custom 7x5 Offroad trailer with Downunder Campers Tent

bullfrog

No matter how urgent the need, ALWAYS check there is enough "ammo" on the dunny roll BEFORE "engaging the enemy".....
GQ 4.2d;usual off road goodies;h/made fridge slide /roller draw system;cago barriersetc. Tows a '06 trackabout deluxe tourer with some safari options.

MarkGU

Quote from: bullfrog on March 12, 2012, 06:02:48 PM
No matter how urgent the need, ALWAYS check there is enough "ammo" on the dunny roll BEFORE "engaging the enemy".....
now that would be enough to give ya the Shlits 
99'Gu 4.2 Patrol.
2004 Jayco Outback Swan


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jnik

Quote from: xcvator on March 04, 2012, 04:19:05 PM
When retrieving old fashioned steel rabbit traps and the pin is stuck in really hard DO NOT stand with your feet on either side of the pin while pulling ??? coz when it finally comes out it can reeeeeeaaaaaly  huuuuurrrrrrrtttttt  :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Reminds me of cleaning up previous owner's junk pile down on the farm when I was a kid. My brother came across an old rabbit trap that had been added to the junk pile because it had lost its spring (so it's completely harmless) ... seeing an opportunity for a practical joke, he places it over his hand and runs inside screaming.

My poor mother (that was one of the kinder things he did).

TroyE

Quote from: jnik on March 12, 2012, 08:55:16 PM
Reminds me of cleaning up previous owner's junk pile down on the farm when I was a kid. My brother came across an old rabbit trap that had been added to the junk pile because it had lost its spring (so it's completely harmless) ... seeing an opportunity for a practical joke, he places it over his hand and runs inside screaming.

My poor mother (that was one of the kinder things he did).

rotflmfao :laugh:

troy
you can't polish a turd, BUT you can roll it in glitter...




jetcrew

1.When the mower won't start check the fuel before pulling half the bloody thing apart ;D
2. when the car won't start check the battery before removing alternator
3. when the boat won't start ..hope you packed paddles.

When your fresh out of options don't try and make choices !

JET :D
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singo-26

Quote from: jetcrew on March 12, 2012, 09:01:24 PM
1.When the mower won't start check the fuel before pulling half the bloody thing apart ;D
2. when the car won't start check the battery before removing alternator
3. when the boat won't start ..hope you packed paddles.

When your fresh out of options don't try and make choices !

JET :D

When your solar wont charge, Who you gunna call.   ^^^^^^^^^^.    ;D ;D ;) ;D ;D
Steve

2001 HZJ105 and a custom rearfold softfloor.

Tjupurula

When in the bush, and needing to use a shovel for an ablution, stay away from spinifex....when you fall in a hole in the ground and go over, it is painful.  Lesson learned by experience, painful memories of wife picking spnifex out of rear end for nearly an hour.
Regards
Tjupurula

TOPNDR

Many mentions of Murphy's law but not one mention of O'Toole's Law.

O'Toole's Law says Murphy was an optimist!
'09 VX TTD Cruiser:- 6 speed auto, 650 nm torque plus bling
'09 Australian Off Road Quantum